When working in a team, we're bound to face multiple constraints from multiple teams. To ensure that the requests are smoothly accepted: - Work with both business and IT teams to assess requests focusing on those that drive direct revenue - Explain the IT limitations and provide realistic timelines - Brainstorm with both teams to find alternative solutions

The IT vs. Business dynamic can be challenging. ??? IT prioritizes stability, while business seeks quick results ?. You can try to resolve this using the classic - stick or carrot approach. ?? The stick approach—escalating requests or going over IT’s head—can work short-term, especially with Sr. Leadership support. But it often backfires, straining relationships and eroding trust ??. ?? The carrot approach, however, pays off in the long run. Focus on one-on-one conversations with IT leaders. Listen to their concerns and genuinely seek their perspective. Thus build common ground and trust, leading to better collaboration. Ultimately, when IT and business work together, we build solutions that last and benefit everyone.

When IT constraints limit business requests, I prioritize clear, proactive communication with both teams. By understanding IT’s limitations and business objectives, I can help align expectations and identify alternative solutions that meet core goals. I advocate for phased approaches, quick wins, or workaround solutions, ensuring continuous progress. Regular updates maintain transparency, and I encourage joint planning to balance technical feasibility with business needs effectively.

I acknowledge that bridging the gap between business demands and IT limitations requires strategic thinking, so I've implemented a transparent prioritization framework that helps business teams understand the resource constraints while ensuring IT efforts align with critical business objectives.

When facing IT constraints on business team requests, it's important to align expectations and prioritize effectively. Start by having an open conversation with both the IT team and the business team to understand the limitations and the critical needs of the business. Work together to find feasible solutions that may involve adjusting timelines, altering specifications, or breaking requests into smaller, more manageable components. Regular communication and clear documentation of trade-offs and decisions will help ensure that everyone is aligned and that the project moves forward smoothly.